Welcome to High-Paying Payroll Specialist Jobs

Looking for premium Payroll Specialist opportunities? You're in the right place. We've curated a list of opportunities that offer $100,000 or more. These roles not only offer competitive pay, but also the chance to play a crucial role in a company's financial operations.

What Does a Payroll Specialist Do?

A Payroll Specialist ensures all employees within an organization are paid accurately and on time. They process payroll, calculate taxes and benefits, prepare reports, and play a key role in payroll audits.

Your Career Growth as a Payroll Specialist

With experience and proven abilities in payroll processing, a Payroll Specialist can advance to better positions, taking on greater responsibilities in financial management. Opportunities include Payroll Manager, Payroll Director, or even Chief Financial Officer.

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$85K - $125K *

Reimagine HR systems management by enhancing operational efficiency and data integrity. Support the Workday application with technical expertise, drive process improvements, and ensure robust security...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $125K *

Drive operational efficiency as a key HR Systems Specialist, focusing on system administration and improvement of the Human Capital Management System (HCMS). Collaborate across teams to enhance data i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $181K *

Transform the employee experience by optimizing Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking. Collaborate with global teams, manage entire program lifecycles, and drive improvements that enhance operat...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $181K *

Elevate your career as you optimize global Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking systems. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance user experience, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effect...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $181K *

Empower our People Technology Team by optimizing Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking solutions. You'll manage end-to-end processes, partner with diverse stakeholders, and enhance organizationa...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $203K *

Lead the charge in optimizing global Workday Payroll, Absence & Time Tracking. As a Staff Product Analyst, you will enhance employee experience through strategic design and lifecycle management, colla...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $94K *

Engage in complex accounting functions to ensure accurate payroll, benefits, and leave data management. Drive efficiency and compliance through meticulous record-keeping and support for personnel-rela...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $220K *

Drive global payroll excellence by leading strategy, governance, and operations. Manage a high-performing team to ensure compliance, accuracy, and scalability while enhancing the employee experience a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in payroll tax compliance for a complex, multi-state workforce. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate withholdings, timely filings, and robust systems that drive o...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering high-quality HR support and enhancing the employee experience. Collaborate with HR experts, manage crucial employee lifecycle processes, and help foster a po...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $106K *

Shape the future of corporate expense management by ensuring compliance and excellence in reporting. You will enhance sustainability efforts while driving automation and efficiency, contributing to co...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$87K - $106K *

Transform expense management through compliance, insightful reporting, and sustainability efforts. Collaborate in automating processes and leveraging AI, while driving continuous improvement and devel...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$87K - $106K *

Discover opportunities by ensuring compliance and enhancing expense reporting, contributing to sustainability objectives while leveraging AI for continuous improvement and operational efficiency in a...

St. John's, NLIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$93K - $118K *

Accelerate payroll operational excellence by leading end-to-end processing, compliance, and technology initiatives. Collaborate across departments to enhance service delivery, manage audits, and impro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $87K *

Lead payroll tax compliance, addressing multi-state regulations, reporting, and reconciliations. Partner across departments to ensure accuracy in filings and resolve issues, while supporting year-end...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$229K *

Transform financial processes by ensuring timely vendor payments and optimizing expense reports. Collaborate with internal teams for accurate reporting and maintain strong vendor relationships to stre...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Drive HR excellence by managing payroll and employee administration while ensuring compliance and efficiency. Lead projects to improve HR practices, fostering a positive work culture and facilitating...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $208K *

Join a dynamic Total Rewards team as a Senior Compensation professional, providing strategic analytical support on global compensation programs. You'll engage with stakeholders and leverage technology...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $183K *

Partner with us to ensure payroll compliance and integrity across all operations. Lead audits, develop risk management strategies, and enhance payroll accuracy through continuous improvement while men...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $147K *

Elevate decision-making and innovation by leading actuarial reserve development, capital modeling, and financial reporting. Provide expertise and mentorship while driving process enhancements and comp...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $147K *

Optimize actuarial methodologies in reserving, capital modeling, and risk assessment to support decision-making and regulatory compliance. Provide technical leadership and mentorship while enhancing a...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing strategic compensation programs that align with client goals. Collaborate with executive teams to provide expertise in designing remuneration structures, ensuring equitab...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Join our team to oversee payroll functions, ensuring accurate processing and compliance across multi-state operations while collaborating with various departments to enhance efficiency and customer se...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $210K *

Lead the charge in implementing innovative Workday HR solutions for healthcare clients. Collaborate with a passionate team to deliver successful deployments and mentor others while achieving your prof...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $210K *

Engage with our healthcare team to ensure successful Workday implementations by leveraging your payroll and industry expertise while mentoring others and driving leading practices to exceed client exp...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications are required for a Payroll Specialist job?question toggle

    Most Payroll Specialist jobs require a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. Also, experience with payroll systems and proficiency in MS Office is often required.

  • Does a Payroll Specialist need a certification?question toggle

    While not always required, a number of employers prefer Payroll Specialists with APA's Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.